Demur X Africa Fashion Week London
Africa Fashion Week London is back for Season 9 and we are pleased to confirm Demur Magazine is media a partner of this significant event in the world of African fashion.
Hosted at the prestigious Freemasons’ Hall, the largest annual African fashion event in Europe will showcase designs from over 100 designers who will be flying in from different parts of the globe. For two full days, there will be catwalk shows and exhibition shopping floors in the beautiful Grand Temple venue space filled with the best of African fashion in London.
For the lovers of high-end fashion, the introduction of the Luxury Boutique will showcase luxury clothing and accessories from the culturally diverse Continent to the European market. Don’t miss the chance to also browse for the African Market Souk for exclusive afro-centric designs. For the foodie in you, you can sample some of the cuisines in the African Food Village. With a number of brands travelling in from overseas to debut collections, those in attendance are guaranteed to pick a number of red-carpet worthy items and unique one-off pieces that will adorn any summer wardrobe.
AFWL is fully committed to bringing African fashion to the forefront of the industry. Speaking on the partnership, Demur Editor Noreen Chada said ‘African fashion has been on the rise for a while and continues to strive and as a publication that champions independent designers this partnership seemed inevitable. It’s very important for brands such as Africa Fashion Week, to open doors for others and give a platform to upcoming talent and we certainly applaud them for that’.
The vibrant and colourful exhibitions are carefully curated to include sustainable and eco fashions. With this in mind, reserve a seat to watch catwalk showcases featuring collections from the Kwa-Zulu Natal Trade & Industry (TIKZN) Designers who are returning to AFWL for an exclusive catwalk show and luxury exhibition. TIKZN are unique in the fact that they only produce apparel designs with fabrics and embellishments produced in the Natal region of South Africa. For the first time, Seychelles Trade & Industry sponsored designers also join AFWL catwalk.
The AFWL Business Fashion Forum, powered by Commercial Partner EPG Media, will be a new development at AFWL for 2019, featuring talks and panel sessions from leading manufacturers, retailers and government officials from all areas relating to fashion. This element offers guidance, advice and valuable industry insight to aspiring designers and creatives. Special guest speakers will include The Mayor of London’s Office, Department of Trade UK and the V&A Museum.
Prizes for the best African-inspired outfit will be handed out, so put on your Sunday best, so expect to be snapped and papped by the international media. Africa Fashion Week London 2019 will be the highlight of your summer events calendar. African-inspired designs are dominating the international fashion scene like never before and now is the time to appreciate the design and vibrancy of Africa.
Africa Fashion Week London 2019
9&10 August – 1pm – 9pm
Freemasons’ Hall,
60 Great Queen Street,
London WC2B 5AZ
